Serving 347 students in grades 1-5, Hawthorn Elementary School North ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hawthorn Elementary School North serves the northwest part of Vernon Hills, IL, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hawthorn Elementary School North's student population of 347 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning For All. Every One. Every Day.
School Rankings
Hawthorn Elementary School North ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawthorn Elementary School North is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hawthorn Elementary School North's ranking?
Hawthorn Elementary School North is ranked #333 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Hawthorn Elementary School North often compared to?
Hawthorn Elementary School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorn Elementary School South, Hawthorn Townline Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Hawthorn Elementary School North?
347 students attend Hawthorn Elementary School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Hawthorn Elementary School North students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawthorn Elementary School North?
Hawthorn Elementary School North has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hawthorn Elementary School North offer ?
Hawthorn Elementary School North offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Hawthorn Elementary School North part of?
Hawthorn Elementary School North is part of Hawthorn CCSD 73 School District.
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